Hampton, VA vs Monterey, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Hampton
73.9
#659 nationally
Monterey
62.7
#1834 nationally
Hampton leads in cost of living index (105 vs 192). Monterey leads in walk score (53 vs 33). Hampton leads in crime level (6.8 vs 10.5).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hampton, VA | Monterey, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.9 (#659) | 62.7 (#1834) |
| Population | 137,098 | 29,116 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $282,594 | $1,179,065 |
| Median Household Income | $64,430 | $98,003 |
| Average Commute | 22.3 min | 19.1 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 53 |
| Crime Level | 6.8 | 10.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 192 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+39.9 | D+29.9 |
C
73.9 Score
Hampton, VA
Mid-size Virginia city with community character
Median Home
$282,594
Population
137,098
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
33
Northeast
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D-
62.7 Score
Monterey, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,179,065
Population
29,116
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
53
Pacific
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